Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mouthed (down)
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This might include packing lunch for yourself or your kids, laying out clothes, cleaning surfaces, or putting away dishes.—
Sanja Jelic,
Verywell Health,
6 May 2025 -
Fireplace Tools, Humidifiers, and Heaters Space heaters, fireplace accessories, and humidifiers can all be put away for the season, so long as they can be easily accessed should cooler nights enter the equation quickly or unexpectedly.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 May 2025
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The uprising was put down by government forces during Uruguay’s military dictatorship, and Mujica was subsequently imprisoned for nearly 15 years, enduring many forms of torture.—
Michael Rios,
CNN Money,
13 May 2025
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So go beyond the battle royale, put down the architectural dogma, and start asking better questions about what your specific context, organization, and business needs demand.—
Forrester,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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Over time, digested in larger quantities, this entertainment sands away the distinctions between this and that until context collapses into a river of color and sound.—
Helen Holmes,
New York Times,
22 Jan. 2025
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Refined carbs are rapidly digested, affecting blood sugar levels greatly.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
18 Jan. 2025
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But when they're swallowed, those beads quickly expand to many times their original size, causing bowel blockages.—
Ryan Murphy,
The Indianapolis Star,
24 Dec. 2024
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Tiny batteries used to power items like remote controls or small electronic toys are extremely dangerous if swallowed.—
Ryan Murphy,
The Indianapolis Star,
24 Dec. 2024
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“Mouthed (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mouthed%20%28down%29. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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